Masticot
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Description
Archaic name commonly used for yellow lead pigments (Schur 1985). It probably refers to massicot (monoxide yellow lead monoxide), but may also refer to yellow lead-tin yellow.
Synonyms and Related Terms
massicot (Fr.); lead monoxide; lead tin yellow
Additional Information
S. Schur, "Conservation Terminology: A Review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials", Technology and Conservation, 1985.
Authority
- Susan E. Schur, Susan E. Schur, Conservation Terminology: A review of Past & Current Nomenclature of Materials, Technology and Conservation, Spring (p.34-39); Summer (p.35-38); Fall (p.25-36), 1985